Biking, Hiking & DrivingTravel

‘Share The Road’ On The Natchez Trace Parkway

It's not uncommon to find joggers, bikers, RVers, and motorcyclists happily sharing the road on the Natchez Trace Parkway. And sometimes, you'll even see a horseback rider or two! Plus, you've got your road walkers, and tourists hopping in & out of their cars in the process of snapping photographs, and even those who like to walk across the one-of-a-kind bridges found on the Natchez Trace. Share the road?... Yep, on the Natchez Trace Parkway we do!

The Natchez Trace Park Is Not The Same As The Natchez Trace Parkway

Did you know that there is actually a Natchez Trace Parkway AND a Natchez Trace Park? They are similar, yet different. Here are some reviews...

Gypsy Journal’s Review: RVing The Natchez Trace Parkway

Nick and Terry rode the Natchez Trace Parkway in an RV, starting from the southernmost point in Natchez, Mississippi and ending at the northernmost tip in Nashville, Tennessee. This is their personal report highlighting many stops along the way.

Traveling The Trace: A Book About The Natchez Trace Parkway By Cathy & Vernon Summerlin

Vernon and Cathy Summerlin write books about the great outdoors and travel in the Southeast, including this book about the Natchez Trace Parkway: 'Traveling The Trace'. Check it out...

Does It Snow On The Natchez Trace Parkway?

This is the first time I ever ventured out onto the Natchez Trace hours after a freshly fallen snow -- with camera in hand. Here's what I saw, and some idea of how treacherous the driving can be on the Natchez Trace Parkway when there is snow or ice on the roads.

Natchez Trace Hike Planned For Saturday, Feb. 10

The Harpeth River Watershed Association has scheduled a 2-mile hike on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Nashville. Led by Robert Brandt, this hike is known as the Loveless To Leiper's tour. The public is welcome to attend.

Road Walking The Natchez Trace Parkway

While there are a fair amount of walking and hiking trails along the Natchez Trace Parkway -- especially near the rest stops and tourist facilities -- the fact of the matter is, you will find many people walking on the roadway itself. Why? It's a great way to get some exercise and see some of the most beautiful countryside in America!